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Recs for flight-only travel agents, ideally with experience booking travel from the continental US to South Africa and Zambia? [more inside]
posted by joyceanmachine around Johannesburg, South Africa at 6:52 AM - 2 answers

I'm currently in Cape Town with my partner, having tacked a few extra days onto a work trip. I'm free from today through the end of the day Monday, and I'm trying to figure out some things to do, but I could use some advice. [more inside]
posted by evidenceofabsence around Cape Town, South Africa at 2:32 AM - 8 answers

I've got a Canon Powershot SX60 — a semi-pro level point-and-shoot with a 21mm-1365mm lens. I am considering also getting a GoPro Hero7 Black. I'm thinking it'll get better wide angle and better video, and with better image stabilization. Plus it's small. Should I buy one? [more inside]
posted by Capri around South Africa at 12:53 PM - 9 answers

I have an unexpected opportunity to visit South Africa in late October/early November. I have work stuff for a week and then I can stay on for up to a week and do some sightseeing. I really want to see lions and elephants in the wild. But the number of possible places and tours to do this on is overwhelming. Can anyone give some personal recommendations? [more inside]
posted by lollusc around South Africa at 4:17 PM - 9 answers

Has anyone here had experience with living in Potchefstroom, in South Africa? Is crime there as much as a problem as it is in the larger cities? Is commuting to Johannesburg (e.g. by a partner who might not find work in Potchesfstroom themselves) at all feasible? [more inside]
posted by lollusc around Potchefstroom, South Africa at 6:14 PM - 1 answer

Do travelers get taken advantage of? How could I protect myself against this to minimize my chances of risk? [more inside]
posted by proficiency101 around South Africa at 10:58 AM - 5 answers

I'm interested in paying for a professional driving course (2-3 days) for my Dad. He's a experienced normal driver who has done one or two super casual track days. He's interested in taking his skills to the next level, particularly doing some higher-speed track driving with an instructor. Any recommendations for what I should be searching for? Complexity level: in South Africa or Kenya. [more inside]
posted by stewiethegreat around South Africa at 12:59 PM - 5 answers

I will be in Cape Town for work February 21-March 1. I would love suggestions for must-see or must-dos on the weekends, and suggestions for dinner or evening activities during the week, in case I get some time away from the office. [more inside]
posted by susiswimmer around Cape Town, South Africa at 2:09 AM - 5 answers

I will be spending three days in Johannesburg, South Africa at the end of June. I don't know a thing about South Africa or Johannesburg, so what should I do with myself? [more inside]
posted by showbiz_liz around Johannesburg, South Africa at 10:39 AM - 7 answers

I'll be spending two weeks in South Africa at the end of August. Where should I go besides Cape Town and Johannesburg? [more inside]
posted by quadrilaterals around South Africa at 7:39 PM - 5 answers

My wife and I will be visiting South Africa for 2 weeks in December. We have no familiarity with the area, so were probably going to go with a travel agent. Does anyone have tips/help on booking travel within South Africa? [more inside]
posted by thewumpusisdead around Cape Town, South Africa at 1:45 PM - 5 answers

The Mrs is going to S. Africa scouting resorts (Sabi Sabi and someplace in Cape Town) and I'd like to send her prepared...1st time Traveler tips to South Africa needed. [more inside]
posted by doorsfan around South Africa at 12:39 PM - 3 answers

My boyfriend and I will be in South Africa for around three weeks in August, and would love suggestions for things to do. [more inside]
posted by odayoday around South Africa at 2:48 PM - 8 answers

What do you recommend for airlines, must-see tourist destinations and other travel tips for a late-March trip to Cape Town, South Africa? [more inside]
posted by KevCed around Cape Town, South Africa at 2:04 PM - 4 answers

Is a Visa service worth it? [more inside]
posted by mrfuga0 around South Africa at 6:42 PM - 15 answers

I am moving to Cape Town, South Africa in January. Need specific info, contained herein. [more inside]
posted by mrfuga0 around South Africa at 9:05 PM - 3 answers

Single young woman living alone in Cape Town? [more inside]
posted by mrfuga0 around Cape Town, South Africa at 6:46 PM - 3 answers

In Johannesburg for about 36 hours - what should I do? [more inside]
posted by quadrilaterals around Johannesburg, South Africa at 5:18 PM - 7 answers

Where should I go in South Africa? I was recently there for six months, so I'm looking for new recommendations, and perhaps something off the beaten (garden route) path. [more inside]
posted by pollex around South Africa at 2:01 PM - 2 answers

Help us plan our Scandanavian honeymoon! [more inside]
posted by charmcityblues around Scandanavia, South Africa at 4:08 PM - 9 answers